Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a Coronary Care Unit (CCU) position in Louisville, KY, requiring an active KY or compact RN license and ACLS certification for a night shift contract.

Details

• 18-bed Coronary Care Unit (CCU) within a hospital setting, caring for both critical care and telemetry patients
• Patient population ranges from young adults to geriatrics across varying acuity levels, including critical care, telemetry, and med-surg
• Night shift, 12-hour shifts, 3 days per week
• Weekends required as needed per unit policy
• 36 hours per week

Requirements

• Active, unrestricted RN license in Kentucky or a compact state currently in hand
• Required certifications: BLS and ACLS
• ADN or ASN required; BSN preferred
• Proficiency in medication administration, wound care, IV therapy, and operation of medical equipment
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and prioritization skills in a fast-paced critical care environment
• Effective communication skills for collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and patient/family education

Additional Information

• Nurses in this unit gain cross-acuity experience in critical care, telemetry, and med-surg nursing
• Responsibilities include comprehensive patient assessments, care planning, treatment implementation, and discharge coordination
• Participates in quality improvement initiatives including patient satisfaction, fall prevention, pressure ulcer management, and CAUTI reduction
• Delegates and oversees team members in patient care activities as appropriate within RN scope of practice
• Provides patient and family education tailored to comprehension level, culture, and age
• No prior CCU experience is explicitly required — first-time travelers and those building critical care skills may be considered